The Ultimate Guide to Korea’s Subway Fares in 2025
Hi. friends.
I'll tell you the subway fare in Seoul


This table summarizes the Seoul subway fares raised on June 28, 2025 in Korean won (KRW) and U.S dollars (based on USD, 1 KRW = of 0.00071 USD)


T-Money Card (You can charge your T-money card with cash)
- Description : Rechargeable transportation card. can be used on subways. buses, and even taxis
- Where to buy : Airport, convenience stores (GS25, 7-Eleven, CU, etc.) Subway stations.
- Recommended for : Most visitors staying more than a day or planning multiple trips
Subuyway tiket machines and station signs are available in English


Seoul Subway Single-Use Tiket (Plastic Card) Gruide for Foreigners
Type : Plastic card
Where to buy : Ticket vending machines at every subway station
How it works
1. Purchase at a machine, select your destination
2. Pay the fare (1,650 KRW for adults) + 500 KRW deposit
3. Use the card th enter and exit the subway
4. After your trip, return the card to a deposit refund machine
(located near the turnstiles) to get 500 KRW deposit back.

Distance-Based Extra Fare
Up to 10km : basic fare applies
10-50km : + 100 KRW (~$0.07) per 5km
Over 50km : + 100 KRW (~$0.07) per 8km


Entrance of subway Station in Korea

Touch your card when you enter. Touch your card when you leave


It's really easy. so you can take the subway without knowing anything